Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) vs. MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) and MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard experience

impressive security features

solid processor performance

good battery life

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited color options

noisy under load

MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

affordable price

decent battery life

solid build quality

good keyboard feel

average display quality

modest performance

limited graphics power

fewer connectivity options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) and MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
75 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) vs. MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 31.9 cm x 22 cm x 1.69 cm
Weight 1.55 kg 1.3 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre (bottom), polyphenylene sulfide (top), polyamide (bottom), polycarbonate ABS (keyboard cover), magnesium alloy (keyboard cover), Talc15 (keyboard cover) -
Colour Black Carbon grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle Thin bezel design, MSI True Color Technology 3.0
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 5650U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores 6-core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 16 MB 8 MB
Features Integrated memory controller Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Speed Shift Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 64 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 2
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello, fixed focus -
Frame Rate - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC233
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Nahimic 3 sound technology
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.1
Wireless Controller Realtek RTL8852AE Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111H-CG -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Dual stream (2x2)
WWAN
Generation 4G upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Technology Lithium polymer 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 39 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.9 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls White LED backlight
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Thunderbolt 4
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home
Software Included - Norton Internet Security (60 days trial), Norton Studio (Metro UI), Microsoft Office 2016 (30 days trial), Nahimic Audio Enhancer 3, MSI True Color 3.0
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 2 (20XK) MSI Modern 14 (B11MOL)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Discrete Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password Cooler Boost technology, Military-Grade
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% -
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 430UK
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